Pg 7/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 4, Sat 1-2:00PM (& every Sat) – Wells Out front of Wells Police Department, 1563 Post Road, Wells, Maine ICE OUT/PRO DEMOCRACY ANTI AUTOCRACY – Weekly standout in support of democracy, due process and constitutional rights. Bring signs or flags, some will be available for use most days if you need one! APR 4, Sat 3-6:00PM – Augusta 20 Water Street, Old Town, Maine EASTER DINNER (Free for Veterans) Join us for an Easter Dinner, free for veterans, only $8 for everyone else. Hosted by The American Legion Post 75 Old Town. Proceeds to benefit American Legion Baseball. FMI: shorturl.at/DNcKI APR 4, Sat 5:00PM – Portland Portland Friends Meeting House, 1837 Forest Ave, Portland, Maine OIL BLOCKADE of CUBA! WHAT DO WE DO? Join us for a film and discussion. This film explores the experiences of nine women who, as young girls, helped eradicate Cuban illiteracy within one year. Interweaving recent interviews, archival footage, and campaign photos, this lively documentary includes one of the first openly proud members of Cuba's LGBT community. With wit and spirit, all recall negotiating fr autonmy and independence in a culture still bound by patriarchal structures. Sponsored by Maine Friends of Cuba. FMI: contact Tom at 207.743.2183 PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. The SAVE ACT, a severe voter suppression act, has passed the House and is before the Senate. CONTACT YOUR SENATORS. Demand they REJECT the SAVE ACT: senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm #EveryEffortCounts PineTreeActivism.org | @pinetreeactivism.org Email: ptactivism@proton.me Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official public listing. Only verified events are included. Late changes in venue, day/time, or focus may not be reflected.

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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
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Pg 6/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me = APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Rockland Chapman Park, 294 Main St (Park & Main), Rockland, Maine SINGING RESISTANCE WITH THE AUDACITY Every Saturday at noon, rain, snow, or shine, as long as authoritarianism, bigotry, and corruption plague our nation. We demonstrate the perseverance of local opposition at the corner of Park & Main Streets. We sing, hold signs, have conversations, collect food/hygiene donations for the local food bank, and give away buttons and postcards. We collect food and hygiene products to donate to a local food pantry. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/913560/ APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Waldoboro Rt 1 & Main St (Park & Ride lot), Waldoboro, Maine STAND WITH US: weekly protest dedicated to U.S. Consitution and Rule of Law. Carpool if possible and bring a friend. Hosted by Waldoboro Dems and Lincoln County Indivisible. APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Wolfeboro NH Pickering Corner, 151 S Main St, Wolfeboro, NH Wolfeboro Area Peaceful Protest – This is a NON- PARTISAN event. All people who are concerned with the fascist takeover of our democracy are welcome. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/854001/ APR 4, Sat 12:30-1:30PM (& every Sat) – Bucksport Bucksport-Verona Bridge, Bucksport, Maine STAND UP for Truth, Democracy, Freedom, Social Justice, & Peace! 5+ Years of Solidarity Bucksport! POWER TO THE PEOPLE! STAND UP FOR TRUTH, DEMOCRACY, FREEDOM, SOCIAL JUSTICE AND PEACE! We ask those who can to please bring a non-perishable, sealed, un-expired food item! We will transfer all food donations to the Bucksport Community Concerns Food Pantry for distribution to local folks in need of food support. mvprights.org/events APR 4, Sat 1:00PM (& every Sat) – Portland Longfellow Square, Congress & State St, Portland, Maine Portland Stand Out – Stop the Genocide Weekly stand-out in the heart of Portland: www.mvprights.org/events (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TI…

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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Pg 5/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 4, Sat 12:00-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Blue Hill Town Hall, 18 Union St, Blue Hill, Maine Join Us in Weekly Peaceful Protest – started in Nov 2023 to oppose the genocide in Gaza. Though still a primary focus, we welcome all activists. www.mvprights.org/events APR 4, Sat 12:00-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Damariscotta-Newcastle On the Main St bridge over the river, Damariscotta-Newcastle, Maine WEEKLY PROTEST ON THE BRIDGE Long held dedicated weekly protest hosted by Lincoln County Indivisible. STAND UP AGAINST THE WAR. BRING SIGNS, FLAGS AND FRIENDS! bsky.app/profile/lcimaine.bsky.social/ APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Lewiston Court Street Longley Bridge, Auburn, Maine RALLY – LET'S BUILD POWER TOGETHER – Join our weekly protest until the insanity in Washington stops and our democracy is restored. Our lives and the lives of our children depend on it. Progress toward a more just and equitable country and world is in jeopardy. Civilization is watching. Bring your friends, neighbors, and tired masses, yearning to be free. FMI: resistcentralmaine.org/ / stephensokol1937@yahoo.com APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Lincoln The Loon, Main St by the gazebo, Lincoln, Maine Weekly Peaceful Protest – dedicated weekly protest APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Machias Vets Mem'l Triangle, 16 O'Brien Ave (bottom of College Hill) Machias, Maine EVERY SATURDAY RALLY: Bring signs telling Susan Collins, Jared Golden, and Angus King what you need them to do to protect people in Washington County and to save democracy. APR 4, Sat 12-2:00PM (& every Sat) – Millinocket Corner of Central and Penobscot, Millinocket, Maine Peaceful Weekly Protest: Started early March 2025 with two people, this event gains every week. One of the older ongoing protests in Maine. APR 4, Sat 12:00PM (& every Sat) – Portsmouth NH Market Square, Portsmouth, NH Portsmouth Weekly Rally – Stop the Genocide Weekly stand-out in the heart of Por…

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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Pg 4/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 4, Sat 11-12:00PM (& every Sat) – Portland Monument Square, 456 Congress St, Portland, Maine EVERY SATURDAY-11AM–MONUMENT-SQUARE PROTEST WHAT ARE WE FIGHTING FOR? We protest every Saturday against the multitude of destructive actions and policies of the Trump administration attacking the environment, immigrants, education, science, adversaries, blue cities, free speech, judges, and the rule of law. Come speak truth to trump's increasing use of unlawful authoritarian power whose main goal is to enrich himself and the billionaire class. Speakers welcomed at this long running weekly protest started by Angus Ferguson. Bring a friend. Creative signs applauded. FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/879304/ APR 4, Sat 11:00AM-12:00PM (& every Sat) – Westbrook Sidewalks of Saccarappa Park, corner of Main & Bridge, Westbrook, Maine STAND STRONG IN WESTBROOK Pro-democracy signs encouraged at this weekly protest. Parking is available in the free parking garage behind Hub furniture. There is also some area on-street parking and some parking behind Portland Pie. Our event is open to all and you are welcome to join us! Organized by a Westbrook resident and member of Indivisible Cumberland County. APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Auburn Longley Bridge, Court St, Auburn, Maine STOP FASCISM NOW Rally, organized by RESIST Central Maine. We protest until the insanity in Washington stops and our democracy is restored. Our lives and the lives of our children depend on it. Bring your friends, neighbors and tired masses, yearning to be free. FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/788756/ APR 4, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – Belfast Out front of Belfast Post Office, 1 Franklin St, Belfast, Maine STAND FOR DEMOCRACY Join Organize Belfast in this weekly rally. Bring your signs, your flags, and your enthusiasm. This is a rain or shine event. Hosted by Belfast Organize. (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in…

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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Pg 3/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 4, Sat 11AM-12:00PM (& every Sat) – Bangor Luther H. Peirce Memorial Park, 125 Harlow St, Bangor, Maine WEEKLY ANTI-WAR/PEACE VIGIL – In support of peace and justice in the US and beyond – the Middle East, Ukraine/Russia, and everywhere. In opposition to war, genocide, authoritarianism, and attacks on immigrants and others. Signs provided or bring your own. Hosted by Peace & Justice Center of Eastern Maine. FMI: shorturl.at/SikIw APR 4, Sat 11-12:00PM (every Sat 11, & Tues 5:30) – Brunswick Maine Street/Rt 1 Overpass, 40 Maine St, Brunswick, Maine OVERPASS PROTEST: STOP FASCISM NOW! Brunswick Area Indivisible - Theme is to stop Fascism in America and restore Democracy! Large banners are encouraged for display on Route 1, and/or bring your hand-held signs to show on Maine Street. FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/912760/ APR 4, Sat 11-12:30PM – Freeport U.S. Route 1 & Desert Road (across from Shaw's), Freeport, Maine WEEKLY STAND OUT AGAINST THE AUTHORITARIAN TAKEOVER – Join us in our weekly efforts to connect with and activate others to stand up against the authoritarian takeover. Bring signs! FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/818165/ APR 4, Sat 11-12:00PM (& every Sat) – Lubec Flatiron Corner (Washington & Main), Lubec, Maine Weekly Stand Out - long held weekly stand out by the people of Lubec in opposition to the current administration. APR 4, Sat 11-12:00PM (& every Sat) – South Portland Erskine Park, Broadway (next to Dunkin Donuts), South Portland, Maine RALLY for DEMOCRACY: Peaceful demonstration of our First Amendment Rights to FREE SPEECH. Every Saturday in SoPo! Hosted by Indivisible South Portland. FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/837137/ APR 4, Sat 11-12:00PM (& every Sat) – Southwest Harbor St John's Episcopal Church Green, 315 Main St, Southwest Harbor, Maine Southwest Harbor Standers is a non-violent, kind, welcoming community on the west side of MDI. Meeting weekly to…

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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Pg 2/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 4, Sat 10-11:00AM – Bath Congress Street overpass, Bath, Maine OVERPASS RALLY IN BATH Congress Street overpass. Park at the Walgreen Drug Store in Bath and walk to the end of the parking lot. Find the weedy path to overpass sidewalk. Bring flags and signs. Only cancelled for lightning/thunder/severe snow. APR 4, Sat 10:00AM (& every Sat) – Farmington Farmington Post Office, 196 Main St, Farmington, Maine Weekly Stand Out for Peace: https://mvprights.org/events APR 4, Sat 10:00AM-3:00PM – Lewiston Location provided upon registration, Lewiston, Maine CHANGEMAKERS SPRING GATHERING A one-day event to build community around our shared passion for environmental and social justice. Youth over age 15 and adults of all ages are welcome to attend to connect people across generations with mentors and peers. We hope people leave the gathering with joy, inspiration, new and old connections, and hope to continue building a more resilient environment in Maine. FMI: mycj.org/events-upcoming/changemakers-gathering APR 4, Sat 10-11:00AM (& every Sat) – Vinalhaven Bandstand, E. Main Street. Vinalhaven, Maine VINALHAVEN STANDOUT All are welcome as we join together to say NO ICE. If you've never joined a protest before, but are distraught about the brutal actions of ICE on citizen and non citizen alike, join us for 5 minutes or an hour - whatever you can give. A local Indivisible event. (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. ============================================ The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter turnout, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 ============================================

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SAT, APR 04, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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PINE TREE ACTIVISM CALENDAR Events for Saturday APR 4, 2026 Details confirmed as of 04/04 – 5:10AM ============================================================================== Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST! Pg 1/7 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me =============================== APR 4-11, Sat to Sat – Hancock County HANCOCK COUNTY FOOD DRIVE Annual food collection and fundraising project that supports food pantries, free meal programs, and school backpack programs across Hancock County. Food security organizations in Downeast Maine collectively serve more than 10,000 individuals per month. More than 1 in 10 Maine households goes without nutritious food, making Maine the most food insecure state in New England. To donate: TEXT hcfooddrive to 41444 FMI: www.hcfooddrive.org/hcfd APR 4, Sat 9-10:00AM (& every Sat) – Yarmouth The green in front of Yarmouth Town Hall, 200 Main St, Yarmouth, Maine YARMOUTH WEEKLY STAND OUT, RESIST HATE – SUPPORT DEMOCRACY: weekly in front of Town Hall. This a local Indivisible event. Join with family and neighbors to support democracy, stand with immigrants, tell your legislators to do their job, etc. We gather at the green with your signs or use ones we have on hand. Make your voices heard. APR 4, Sat 10-11:00AM – Augusta Augusta Armory, 179 Western Ave, Augusta, Maine VETERANS and COMMUNITY CONNECTION EXPO The event will feature federal, state, and local resources and providers, giveaways, and music. Co-hosted by the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and VA Maine. FMI: shorturl.at/4TORA (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. MAY DAY 2026: NATIONAL DAY of ACTION #NoWork #NoSchool #NoShopping Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official public listing. Only verified events are included. Late changes in venue, day/time, or focus may not be reflected.

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SAT, APR 04, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Mainers, Portlanders, coastal ports all up & down the coast: Let's make this the year the cruise industry realizes even more we know their game of cheap fuel, increased exhaust, and even worse toxic scrubber wash polluting our harbors.

We know their game & won't stand for it.

#RESIST #OPPOSE

Unbelievable and unbelievably cruel.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE

White House Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Defense in New Budget Request

And Trump has the gall to ask for $1.5 TRILLION for defense in new budget request, the highest level in modern history.

Stealing money from Medicare & Medicaid, increase spending on war efforts, and telling states they will have to pay more for social programs.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE

Don't know about you, but the fast-rising cost of gas, diesel, & heating oil is forcing many to forego necessary expenses, health care, and to curtail simple pleasures.

Heating oil, the primary source of residential heat for over 50% of Mainers, has gone up 45% in the last month.

#RESIST #OPPOSE

Pg 5/5 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 3, Fri 6:00PM – Bowdoinham Bowdoinham Town Hall, 11 School St, Bowdoinham, Maine ELECTION SAFETY – LEARN WHAT MAINE IS DOING TO KEEP ELECTIONS SAFE. Senator Denise Tepler and Representatives Sally Cluchey and Kilton Webb invite you to join Secretary Bellows for a discussion on election safety and integrity. Secretary Bellows will share how the Office of the Secretary of State and Maine’s election clerks are preparing for the 2026 election and addressing potential challenges ahead. FMI: bowdoinham.com/event/election-satety APR 3, Fri 6-7:30PM – Fryeburg MEET & GREET CANDIDATE FORUM Join the Oxford County Democrats 04/03/26 @ 6:00 pm at Molly Ockett School in Fryeburg, ME, for a candidate Meet & Greet. Candidates include Graham Platner for US Senate, Chris Lewey for Maine house, Nate Burnett for Maine senate, Kim De Vries for msad72 school board, and Dan Kaschub for Fryeburg select board. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/921355/ APR 3, Fri 6-7:00PM – Machias Washington County Arts Center, 277 Main st, Machias, Maine WASHINGTON COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING, Maine Peoples Alliance Join members from Washington County as we build community, discuss recent events, and take action. connect with neighbors, build relationships, and be part of a growing community committed to positive change. All are welcome, whether you’re new to MPA, interested in joining our work, or have been involved for years. FMI: mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/washington-county-chapter-meeting/ PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official public listing. Only verified events are included. Late changes in venue, day/time, or focus may not be reflected.

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FRI, APR 03, 2026
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CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

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Pg 4/5 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 3, Fri 4-5:00PM (& every Fri) - Yarmouth Bayview St Bridge over I-295, Yarmouth, Maine Yarmouth Visibility Brigade Join us on the Bayview St bridge over I-295 every Fri to say Hands Off Our Democracy! - NO KINGS – Defend Democracy! shorturl.at/AnppS APR 3, Fri 4:30-6:00PM (& every Fri) – Freeport Mallett Dr/Exit 22 Overpass, Freeport, Maine FREEPORT RUSH HOUR BRIGADE – We are providing physical messaging in the real world to connect with and activate voters to demonstrate that resistance is possible. This is in coordination with Indivisible groups up and down the Rte 295 corridor. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/819262/ APR 3, Fri 5-5:45PM (& every Fri) – Camden Camden Village Green, Elm & Chestnut St, Camden, Maine Camden Standout for Gaza! Stand with your neighbors to say no! to genocide and man made starvation of children in Gaza. We stand to support humanitarian aid to Gaza and to oppose US weapons support for Israel. FMI: www.mvprights.org/events APR 3, Fri 5-5:30PM (& every Fri) – Portland Congress Square, High & Congress Sts (across from PMA) – Portland, Maine WOMEN IN BLACK VIGIL A world-wide network of women committed to peace with justice and actively opposed to injustice, war, militarism and violence, these weekly protests typically attract a diverse group of folks. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/828747/ (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. ============================================ MAY DAY 2026: NATIONAL DAY of ACTION #NoWork #NoSchool #NoShopping https://maydaystrong.org/ == Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official public listing. Only verified events are included. Late changes in venue, day/time, or focus may not be reflected.

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MAINE RESISTANCE
FRI, APR 03, 2026
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CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

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Pg 3/5 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 3, Fri 3-3:30PM (& every Fri) – Brunswick 156 Maine St. Opposite Walgreens, Brunswick, Maine VIGIL FOR PEACE – We stand together to bear witness for deeply held beliefs in justice of all kinds and to offer a source of public education not available in mainstream media. FMI: peaceworksbrunswickme.org/action.html APR 3, Fri 4-5:30PM (& every Fri) – Bangor Essex Street Bridge over I-95, Bangor, Maine VISIBILITY BRIGADE – Dress warmer. Join in actions that demonstrate to all Mainers that the US is going in the wrong direction and that we need to “turn the ship of state around.” Peace & Justice Center of Eastern Maine APR 3, Fri 4-5:30PM (& every Fri) – Biddeford-Saco LOCATION SWITCH! Mechanics Park, 45 Water St, Biddeford, Maine STOP the COUP! – ICE OUT NOW! – OUT of IRAN! – A Saco Bay Indivisible & Biddeford Saco Area SURJ event. We are back to weekly Friday afternoon rallies. Please join us. Bring signs! This is a peaceful rally. All who believe in peaceful resistance to the present government are welcome. NOTE: We will be at Mechanics Park for a couple weeks due to construction at the Saco Transpo Ctr. FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/918587/ APR 3, Fri 4-5:30PM (every Wed & Fri) – Portland Deering Ave I-295 Overpass, Portland, Maine VISIBILITY BRIDGE BRIGADE – Join a group of like-minded activists as we engage in protest with our fellow citizens in Portland! Part of the Visibility Brigade Movement, we seek to draw attention to the unconstitutional and dangerous behavior of the Trump Administration. Just before Deering Oaks & Hadlock Field. Bring signs, banners, flags for drivers to see. FMI/Ground Rules/RSVP: www.dirigobrigade.org APR 3, Fri 4-5:00PM (& every Fri) – Sanford Central Park, 920 Main St, Sanford, Maine WEEKLY PEACEFUL PROTEST – It's spring and we are meeting weekly at Central Park again, starting today! Bring signs, bring spirit, bring hope. (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: …

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FRI, APR 03, 2026
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CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

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Pg 2/5 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 3, Fri 12:30-1:00PM (& every Fri) – Augusta Lithgow Library, 45 Winthrop St, Augusta, Maine WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL Every Friday the Augusta area Women in Black hold a peace vigil in front of the Lithgow Library. Held continuously since 2002. APR 3, Fri 1:00PM (& every Fri) – Houlton Peace Pole, Monument Park, Houlton, Maine WEEKLY STAND OUT FOR PEACE – www.mvprights.org/events APR 3, Fri 2:30-3:30PM – Saco General Dynamics, 291 North St, Saco, Maine GENERAL DYNAMICS PROTEST – Join us in Saco for our weekly rally to call attention to the fact that General Dynamics in Saco builds components for the bombs being dropped on Gaza. This plant makes guidance systems for the MK-80 series warheads that have been dropped on hospitals, schools, residential buildings and refugee camps from Gaza to Lebanon. www.mvprights.org/events APR 3, Fri 3-4:00PM – Virtual Event Join from anywhere WHERE WE’RE GOING - NO KINGS HOST DEBRIEF As hosts, you have power the fight for America. On the Friday after No Kings, over 3,000 hosts will gather together to digest and debrief the historic No Kings activations and plan how to deepen our movement, starting with “What's Next” Organizing Meetings. See you on Friday, April 3rd as we continue on the path to winning a democracy that represents all of us with No Thrones, No Crowns, and No Kings! FMI: mobilize.us/nokings/event/924844/ (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. ============================================ The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter turnout, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 ============================================

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FRI, APR 03, 2026
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CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

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PINE TREE ACTIVISM CALENDAR Events for Friday APR 3, 2026 Details confirmed as of 04/03 – 4:10AM Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST! Pg 1/5 - Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 3, Fri 10:30AM – Camden Village Cafe, 25 Mechanic St, Camden, Maine Audacity Office Hours – Grab a coffee or a sticky bun, come find our table, and sit a spell with fellow Audacitizens! We'll catch up, gear up, and hatch plans to act up. Who's welcome? Everyone! Hosted by The Audacity – Creative Action Together FMI: www.audacitycat.com/ APR 3, Fri 11:30AM-12:30PM – Bath Gen'l Dynamics/Bath Iron Works Admin, 700 Washington St, Bath, Maine LENTEN VIGIL FOR DISARMAMENT – Join us to say No! to the production of weapons of mass destruction in Maine. At the Bath Iron Works Administration Building, Washington St in Bath. Questions: Smilin’ Trees Disarmament Farm @763-4062. FMI: shorturl.at/XuGHZ APR 3, Fri 12-1:00PM (& every Fri) – Calais Corner of North St & Main St, Calais, Maine STAND UP DOWNEAST MAINE – Join in our weekly protest, one block from the border crossing to Canada, for this lively & international atmosphere. Hosted by Stand Up Downeast Network. APR 3, Fri 12-1:00PM (& every Fri) – Farmington Post Office, 196 Main St, Farmington, Maine PEACE & PROTEST VIGIL - Farmington and surrounding area activists gather at noon ON the Sidewalks in front of the post office with peace vigil signs and protest messages to advocate for peace and protect democracy. Started 21 yrs ago as a Women in Black Vigil, this is now a community event and includes Veterans for Peace, Western Mtns Third Act, and Indivisible. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/879624/ (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. MAY DAY 2026: NATIONAL DAY of ACTION #NoWork #NoSchool #NoShopping Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official public listing. Onl…

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FRI, APR 03, 2026
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CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the voter suppression SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

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MAINE: #2 Top Caller on 5Calls website.

Woohoo - well will you look at that!

Mainers holding tight to the long tradition of being one of the most engaged states in the nation when it comes to making our voices heard and opinions known.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#EveryEffortCounts

The details:

#OTD When American presidents had integrity. . .

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower

Pg 3/3 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 2, Wed 6-7:30PM – Virtual Training Hosted in Maine for Maine candidates & volunteers. RUN LOCAL: Want to make a difference in your community? Are you a Democrat running for local office here in Maine? Or even thinking about running for local office? Check out this free, live, online training on how to run a winning local campaign! This training covers important topics like: direct voter contact, signs, mail, and letters to letters-to-the-editor. Any Maine Democrat can sign up! Note, these trainings are intended for Maine candidates and volunteers only and not for folks in other states. Please be sure to sign up at least an hour before the training begins to ensure that you receive the Zoom meeting info on time. FMI/Sign Up: mobilize.us/mainedems/event/551294/ APR 2, Wed 7:30-8:30PM – Virtual Event Join from anywhere TROUBLEMAKING 101: Organizing to Change Your Community Ready to make a difference in your community? From fighting bad policy to electing commonsense candidates, grassroots groups are a game changer. And it’s no surprise that the majority of local groups are led by women – because we get sh*t done! You can do it too – and we are here to help. Join our Troublemaking 101 training to learn organizing basics, how to get started, and how Red Wine & Blue can help you be successful. You will hear from other RWB members who have started local groups and learn how to connect with RWB grassroots leaders nationwide. This is how we build power – together we are unstoppable! See you there! FMI/RSVP: shorturl.at/RHr7S PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter turnout, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 Pine Tree Activism strives to publish confirmed events with accurate details as submitted or as found on a group's official publi…

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MAINE RESISTANCE
THUR, APR 02, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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Pg 2/3 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 2, Thur 4-5:00PM (& every Thur)– Kennebunk Rt 1 & Fletcher St, front of Kennebunk Library, Kennebunk, Maine WEEKLY STAND OUT TO SPEAK AGAINST GOVERNMENT ACTIONS Actions designed to benefit the powerful. Hosted by Democrats of Kennebunks & Arundel, one of the more active Democratic memberships in Maine. FMI: shorturl.at/LQrEL APR 2, Thur 4:30-6:00PM (& every Thur) – Freeport Mallett Dr/Exit 22 Overpasses, Freeport, Maine FREEPORT RUSH HOUR BRIGADE – We are providing physical messaging in the real world to connect with and activate voters to demonstrate that resistance is possible. This is in coordination with other Indivisible groups up and down the Rte 295 corridor. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/818177/ APR 2, Thur 5-6:00PM (& every Thur) – Rockland & Zoom First Universalist Church, 345 Broadway, Rockland, Maine PEACE GATHERING – We gather for an hour for Meditation and Prayer followed by Sharing & Reflection. There will be information on actions people can take to help alleviate the suffering of those affected by war. Please join us! When we gather together, our individual voices, intentions, and actions gain power. Zoom details at link. FMI: uurockland.org/about/calendar or scan QR code above. APR 2, Thur 5:30-7:00PM – Hallowell Hubbard Free Library, 115 2nd St, Hallowell, Maine WHAT'S ON YOUR UTILITY BILL? Join us for an evening of education, empowerment, and resilience with our partner organizations. Bring your CMP bill and your questions, and we’ll discuss savings tips and what’s impacting energy costs. FMI: shorturl.at/oulpe (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. ============================================ MAY DAY 2026: NATIONAL DAY of ACTION #NoWork #NoSchool #NoShopping ============================================

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MAINE RESISTANCE
THUR, APR 02, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

p2/3 – SHARE & REPOST!
#Maine #MEpolitics

PINE TREE ACTIVISM CALENDAR Events for Thursday APR 2, 2026 Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST! Pg 1/3 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 2, Thur 12-1:00PM (& every Thur) – Brunswick Mill St at the intersection of Pleasant & Stanwood Sts, Brunswick, Maine WEEKLY VIGIL FOR PEACE We stand together to bear witness for deeply held beliefs in justice of all kinds and to offer a source of public education not available in mainstream media. PeaceWorks of Greater Brunswick: FMI: peaceworksbrunswickme.org/action.html APR 2, Thur 3:00PM (& every Thur) – Damariscotta-Newcastle Damariscotta-Newcastle Bridge, US 1 Business, Damariscotta, Maine Weekly Stand Out for Peace – www.mvprights.org/events APR 2, Thur 4-5:00PM (& every Thurs) – Fairfield/Benton STOP THE COUP – SAVE DEMOCRACY Protest every Thursday – Join us 3-4PM Upper Main St & Bridge St, Fairfield, Maine Gather on the Benton side to start. Public parking off Mill St. FMI: indivisiblemidmaine.org/take-action/weekly-protests APR 2, Thur 3-4:00PM ET – Virtual Event: Join from anywhere WHAT'S the PLAN with Leah and Ezra The chaos out of the White House is meant to overwhelm us. Our antidote is community. Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin every Thursday to break down the week’s biggest political stories, answer your questions, and map out strategies for taking action. This is people-powered politics in real time. Questions can be submitted via the Q&A function during the event. Real talk. Real people. Real action. That's the plan. FMI: mobilize.us/indivisible/event/874938/ (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter's rights, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121

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MAINE RESISTANCE
THUR, APR 02, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

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#Maine #MEpolitics

Sticker on water bottle with red background and bold white lettering over graphic of Lady Liberty with raised fist: ACLU (up in right corner) DISSENT IS PATRIOTIC

Trying to discuss what's happening in America with someone who asked "What's your sticker mean, DISSENT IS PATRIOTIC?"

"Ohhkay, in the beginning, the United States came to be because a group of people. . ."

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts
#GetInvolved

Big Oil/Big Money tries to drown out the increasing worldwide movement towards dependable, renewable, green energy.

All the problems associated with today's wars stem from fossil fuel and big money trying to make *more* money.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

Do it, Shenna. . .I'll drive to Augusta and haul 'em all to the post office for you.

Every Sec'y of State should send copies.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts
#GetInvolved

A family member just said: "This will affect children both here and in his wars in extreme and detrimental ways, and lethal, too, as we've seen."

The whole thing makes me sick. Starts wars for profit both here and abroad and robs social programs to pay for it.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE

Pg 4/4 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 01, Wed 7-8:30PM – Portland USM Payson Hall, Rm 305, 96 Falmouth St, Portland, Maine PORTLAND TENANT'S UNION April Meeting We'll be celebrating recent victories, eating pizza, and Screen Printing PTU swag. Bring a tote bag or a tee shirt and we'll bring the screen print. The meeting will include a speedy new member orientation, a reminder on how to get money back as a tenant this tax season, updates on what PTU has been up to, and an opportunity to get plugged into one of PTU’s working groups. All tenants are welcome and we especially encourage new members and interested people to come if you haven't been involved yet. Reach out with any questions or concerns ahead of time to info@portlandtenantsunion.org. Please RSVP so we know how much pizza to order: shorturl.at/YcFcB. APR 15, Wed 8-9:30PM – Virtual Training Join from anywhere BLOCK BY BLOCK TRAINING & ACTION SERIES A hands-on program designed to help you launch and lead a team for 2026 national campaign! Block by Block: Solidarity Rising is SURJ’s 2026 national campaign to elect champions for working people, block MAGA, and fight for the future we deserve. We do this through three strategies: Mobilize through mass action, Elect working class champions, and Grow a strong, active base. Join us for this training series to get skilled up in everything you need to show up for the fight! FMI: mobilize.us/surj/event/905338/ APR 1, Wed 10:30PM-12:30AM EST – Virtual Event Join from anywhere National Online On-Boarding Socialist Monthly Meeting We are a faction within the Democratic Party, and we consider ourselves both Democrats and Socialists. This group is not a space for discussing leaving the Democratic Party. If that is your goal or perspective, this organization is probably not the right fit for you. We are active members of our local Democratic Clubs, and this space is dedicated to learning how to navigate and work effe…

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MAINE RESISTANCE
WED, APR 01, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

p4/4 – SHARE & REPOST!
#Maine #MEpolitics

Pg 3/4 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me ============================================================================== APR 01, Wed 4-5:30PM (every Wed & Fri) – Portland Deering Ave I-295 Overpass (just before Deering Oaks), Portland, Maine Visibility Bridge Brigade – Join a group of like-minded activists as we engage in protest with our fellow citizens in Portland! Part of the Visibility Brigade Movement, we seek to draw attention to the unconstitutional and dangerous behavior of the Trump Administration. Just before Deering Oaks & Hadlock Field. Bring signs, banners, flags for drivers to see. FMI/Ground Rules/RSVP: www.dirigobrigade.org APR 01, Wed 4:30-6:00PM (& every Wed) – Freeport Mallett Dr/Exit 22 Overpass, Freeport, Maine FREEPORT RUSH HOUR BRIGADE We are providing physical messaging in the real world to connect with and activate voters and to demonstrate that resistance is possible. This is a local Indivisible event. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/819750/ === The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter's rights, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 Sen Collins DC Office: 202-224-2523 Sen King DC Office: 202-224-5344 === APR 01, Wed 5:30-6:30PM – Brewer Jeff's Catering & Event Center, 15 Littlefild Rd, Brewer, Maine JORDAN WOOD TOWN HALL IN BREWER! Brewer! Democratic House Candidate Jordan Wood is coming to meet you. We'll be at Jeff's Catering in Brewer. Come out to meet Jordan, learn why he's the strongest candidate to defeat Paul LePage, and hear about what his plans as your next Congressman: sweeping campaign finance reform, passing the Ultra-Millionaire Wealth Tax, enacting universal childcare and addressing the affordability crisis head on. Bring your friends and family! FMI: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/926263/ (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste.

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MAINE RESISTANCE
WED, APR 01, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

p3/4 – SHARE & REPOST!
#Maine #MEpolitics

Pg 2/4 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 01, Wed 12-12:30PM (& every Wed) – Bangor Kenduskeag River Bridge, 6 State St, Bangor, Maine WEEKLY ANTI-WAR/PEACE VIGIL: in support of peace and justice in the US and beyond: the Middle East, Ukraine/Russia, everywhere. In opposition to war, genocide, authoritarianism, and attacks on immigrant and others. Signs provided or bring your own. Sponsored by the Peace and Justice Center of Eastern Maine. FMI: shorturl.at/GIBkA APR 01, Wed 12-1:00PM (& every Wed) – Orono Bennoch and Main Streets, Orono, Maine WEEKLY PROTEST & VIGIL – Bring signs and bring non-perishables & necessaries for donation to our local food pantry. APR 01, Wed 12:30-1:00PM (& every Wed) – Brunswick Maine Street Mall & Gazebo, Federal St Historic District, Brunswick, Maine STOP FASCISM NOW! Cosplay Protest Theme is to stop American Fascism and restore Democracy. Cosplay is encouraged, so wear whatever costume you think would help our cause. Looking for historical figures, handmaids, superheroes, or whatever inspires you! Street clothes are welcome, too. The more the merrier! FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/867693/ APR 01, Wed 2:30-3:30PM (& every Wed) – Norway Witherell Park, across from library, Main & Lynn St, Norway, Maine Weekly Rally to Defend Democracy – Flags and musical instruments encouraged. The flag represents everything we have to lose and everything we have to fight for. FMI: gellen2010@gmail.com APR 01, Wed 3-4:00PM (& every Wed) – Bath Meet: sidewalk leading to Sagadahoc-Democracy-bridge on the Bath side. INDIVISIBILITY BRIGADE: NO MONEY FOR ICE! – Sociable event with breezes & sometimes cookies. Bring signs and flags, can borrow signs. Only cancelled for lightning/thunder/severe snow. Please do not park in areas designated for the tourist office or spaces reserved for permit parking. APR 01, Wed 3:30-4:30PM (& every Wed) – South Berwick 243 Main St (in front of Lawrence Law Firm) South Berwick, Maine WEEKLY RALLY for D…

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MAINE RESISTANCE
WED, APR 01, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

p2/4 – SHARE & REPOST!
#Maine #MEpolitics

PINE TREE ACTIVISM CALENDAR Events for Wednesday APR 01, 2026 Details confirmed as of 04/01, 4:05AM Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST! Pg 1/4 Submit events to: ptactivism@proton.me APR 01, Wed 10:00AM – In-Person & Virtual Join from anywhere BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP – TRUMP V. BARBARA AT THE SUPREME COURT: The ACLU of Maine is going to the Supreme Court. On Wed April 1st, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments for our case Trump v. Barbara. Together with ACLU National, ACLU affiliates across New England, and other advocates, we are traveling to D.C. to defend the core American promise that anyone born here is a U.S. citizen and part of our national community. You can follow along by listening to the arguments live on the Supreme Court website: supremecourt.gov/oral_arguments/live.aspx. Arguments should begin at 10 a.m. FMI: shorturl.at/UBBKN The SAVE ACT, an extreme effort to suppress voter's rights, has passed the House and is before the Senate. URGE YOUR SENATORS to REJECT the SAVE ACT: U.S. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 Sen Collins DC Office: 202-224-2523 Sen King DC Office: 202-224-5344 APR 01, Wed 10-11AM (& every Wed) – Bridgton In front of Food City, 295 Main St, Bridgton, Maine Weekly Solidarity Rally for Democracy – Lake Region Indivisible Join Lake Region Indivisible every Wednesday for our weekly Solidarity Rally. Bring your signs. This is a peaceful visibility event in support of our country and our democracy and in opposition to the regime that seeks to destroy it. Parking at Food City lot. FMI: mobilize.us/mobilize/event/880500/ APR 01, Wed 11-12noon (& every Wed) – Damariscotta Damariscotta-Newcastle Bridge, US Bus Rt 1, Main St. Damariscotta, Maine By the Community, For the Community Rally – started last winter by four women with the courage to stand up, this inspiring rally stays strong! (calendar cont'd in comments) PRO TIP: click ALT in lower right corner for links you can copy/paste. Pine Tree Activi…

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MAINE RESISTANCE
WED, APR 01, 2026
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#ORGANIZE #RESIST & #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts

CALL YOUR SENATORS & URGE THEM
TO *REJECT* the SAVE Act: 202-224-3121

p1/4 – SHARE & REPOST!
#Maine #MEpolitics

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Questions, Answers, & Some Cautionary
Updates Regarding the 3.5% Rule

Time to re-up this post from a year ago today from Erica Chenoweth on potential uses and misuses of this statistic.

#ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE
#NonViolenceIsPower
#EveryEffortCounts
#GetInvolved